While there sometimes isn't much strict enforcement of the rules by the city (like imposing fines, or forcing you to comply), I'm not surprised that a lender wouldn't be willing to count the income from a rental unit that isn't technically allowed. 

My management would notify the FBI, and investigation would be done and if found guilty, he could face up to a million dollar fine and 30 years in prison.

I've never tried godaddy, but I bet it would be fine.

As long as that account is used for escrow purposes only you are fine. 

Due to general unresponsiveness of the HOA we did not seek any permissions.However, soon we received a letter from the HOA attorney with request to remove the privacy walls and the foundation support bars with fines for every day not complying.

Partner with a real estate agent that focuses on STRs and will help you make sure you are buying a property that will cash flow and you will be fine!

@James Wise agree but have you ever seen anyone get caught or face fines for this?

With less competing time obligations, you can manage more just fine.

I don't pay my subs for a couple days after they get done working sometimes up to a week and they are fine with that.

“Realty” is fine.